Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 6497

The Massey Ferguson 6497 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2008 to 2012 as part of the 6400 Series. It features a 7.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged SisuDiesel engine producing 200 hp gross, with a 24-speed Dyna-6 partial power shift transmission. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential locks, power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has a closed center pressure flow compensating hydraulic system with up to 39 gpm optional flow. The 6497 offers a rear hitch with 15,700 lbs lift capacity and optional front hitch with 8,800 lbs lift. PTO options include independent rear and optional front PTO. Dimensions include a 118 inch wheelbase, 214 inch length, and standard ag tires 14.9R30 front and 18.4R42 rear. The tractor weighs about 17,200 to 17,460 lbs operating weight. Attachments include the 975 front-end loader with various lift and breakout capacities.

Power200 hp

Founded2008 - 2012

Model6497

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 6497

Power

PTO (tested)	182.4 hp (136.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)	165 hp (123.0 kW)
Engine (gross)	200 hp (149.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	149.8 hp (111.7 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	SisuDiesel 74 CTA
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Emissions	Tier III
Rated RPM	2200
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	4.252x5.276 inches (108 x 134 mm)
Displacement	449 ci (7.4 L)
Power (gross)	200 hp (149.1 kW)
Starter volts	12
Compression ratio	17.5:1

Weight

Shipping	17,200 lbs (7801 kg)
Ballasted	23,920 lbs (10850 kg)
Operating	17,460 lbs (7919 kg)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	600
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	150
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC)
Valves	3 to 5
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow	29 gpm (109.8 lpm)
Optional flow	39 gpm (147.6 lpm) (Optional)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with air-conditioning
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering	Yes
Trailer brakes	hydraulic (Optional)
Four-wheel drive	Yes
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic front and rear

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	6400 Series
Original price	$110,750 in 2009
Years produced	2008 - 2012

Attachments

Weight	1,672 lbs (758 kg)
Dump angle	56°
Raise time	7 seconds
Reach (dumped)	27 inches (68 cm)
Reach (ground)	91 inches (231 cm)
Rollback angle	39°
Height (at pin)	176 inches (447 cm)
Front-end loader	975 Loader
Clearance (dumped)	135 inches (342 cm)
Breakout force (at pin)	5,952 lbs (2699 kg)
Breakout force (at 800mm)	5,225 lbs (2370 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin)	4,916 lbs (2229 kg)
Lift capacity (full at 800mm)	4,387 lbs (1989 kg)

Transmission

Type	partial power shift
Gears	24 forward and reverse
Model	Dyna-6
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Description	Six power shift gears in four ranges

Tractor hitch

Control	lower-link draft sensing
Rear Type	III/IIIN
Front lift	8,800 lbs (3991 kg)
Front Hitch	optional
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	15,700 lbs (7121 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	98.2 inches (249 cm)
Length	214 inches (543 cm)
Wheelbase	118 inches (299 cm)
Rear tread	60 to 119 inches (152 to 302 cm)
Front tread	60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Height (cab)	120 inches (304 cm)
Bar rear axle	98 inch length (2489 mm), 118 inch length (2997 mm)
Clearance (drawbar)	17.8 inches (45 cm)
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9R30, Rear: 18.4R42